Altilium EV Battery Recycling Expands with New Investment Round

Altilium EV battery recycling is gaining momentum as the UK-based clean tech company launches a new investment round on Republic Europe. Backed by a recent £18.5 million UK government grant, the company is aiming to scale its domestic recycling capacity and strengthen the country’s electric vehicle supply chain.

For eeNews Europe readers, this development highlights how Altilium EV battery recycling is becoming increasingly relevant for Europe’s push toward energy security and a circular battery economy.

Altilium EV battery recycling expands in the UK

The funding round will support the expansion of Altilium’s ACT3 facility in Plymouth and the development of a commercial-scale plant in Teesside. These projects are central to scaling recycling capacity and enabling local recovery of critical raw materials.

The company’s process recovers more than 95% of key minerals from lithium ion batteries, helping reduce dependence on imported resources. This is particularly relevant as Europe looks to localize battery production and recycling to mitigate supply chain risks.

Investors both retail and institutional are being invited to participate through Republic Europe, reflecting a broader trend toward opening infrastructure investment to a wider audience.

Technology and circular economy focus

At the core of the company’s approach is its proprietary EcoCathode™ and EcoAnode™ technology, designed to convert battery waste into battery-grade materials. The company claims to offer a full mine-to-market solution, positioning itself as a leader in the UK’s circular economy landscape.

“At Altilium, we are not just recycling batteries; we are securing the industrial resilience of the UK by creating a domestic supply of critical minerals and reducing reliance on overseas supply chains,” says Dr Christian Marston, COO and co founder of Altilium. “By partnering with Republic Europe, we are democratising access to this high growth sector, allowing the people who drive the green transition to own a piece of the infrastructure powering it”.

The company also highlights partnerships across the automotive supply chain and financial sector, reinforcing its role within the broader EV ecosystem.

A growing European priority

The expansion reflects a wider European trend toward closed loop battery systems. As EV adoption accelerates, recycling is increasingly critical not only for sustainability but also for ensuring stable access to lithium, cobalt and nickel.